I would like to record my support for the add-on endorsement in early childhood special education (ECSE). Our school division has had an ECSE position posted all year, with little interest. Those who did apply did not have the ECSE endorsement. Teachers who currently teach VPI would benefit from this add-on endorsement. This regulatory action would enable teachers to save time and expense. Ultimately, our youngest learners will benefit from qualified, licensed teachers.

With the teacher shortage a reality, the more we can do to encourage adults to work with young children, especially B-5 special education children, the better our school divisions will be prepared. 

Thank you for this opportunity to comment.

Respectfully,

Angie White, Early Childhood Supervisor